Grades: PK - 9
School Type: Private
Student Enrollment: 251
Students Per Teacher: 28
We have been parents at MSR for many years. We have seen this school make its way thru many difficult times with grace and wisdom. We always felt that our children were safe and that everything was being done to provide them with a quality education. We are worried about the shift from quality to
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numbers and money. Tuition is soaring and at the same time class size is growing. We are begining to feel that this school is becoming more public then private. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/03/08
We have only had our children in the Toddler and Children's House (3-6 year olds) at this school and have found it exemplary. For anyone familiar with the Montessori learning philosophy, this school is the tops. It is such a wonderful and individual way to learn...I can undrestand how some children
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might not mesh well with this method of learning but it is not because this school does not provide the best Montessori environment. Most children thrive in this educational setting. Its very expensive but what better way to spend your money than on the education of your children? Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/13/08
The February 1 parent sounds defensive. Maybe they are a staff member at the school and not very objective. The kids here are supossed to be self- directed but it's more like self- taught. The fact that the school doesn't give grades or report cards make it tough to know how you student is doing in school.
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The parent/teacher conferences that take place two times a year don't give enough information. I asked specific questions but got vague answers. I found the teachers to be condescending and judgmental. Before choosing this school I went to the open houses and asked lots of questions. I was told things that sounded great but proved not to be the case. Of course a school is only going to tell you the good stuff. It's only after you send your kid there that you see what it is really like. Read less
Posted by a other on 02/15/08
It sounds as if January 4th parent is completely unfamiliar with the Montessori system. The philosphy of every Montessori school is based on 3-year groupings and is explained fully at every orientation session. There is a gym with regularly scheduled PE classes and daily outdoor recess. The art and
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music programs are outstanding and computers are not used in class until the students reach Upper Elementary. There's plenty of time to teach kids to be desk-bound drones without starting them in pre-K. They do learn to record original music and make movies, though. I consider that 'technology.' Cons: Tuition is very high, although assistance is available. Montessori schools in general are not the right choice for every child. It's up to the parent to do research first and make that determination for him/herself. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/01/08
I am the parent of a student that has attended this school for many years, and each year I become more displeased with the school. This is the last year I will send my child there. This school is very expensive and does not warrent the high tution. The school does not have a gym or lunchroom and they
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do not offer any type of technology class. Also, there is not an organized art or music program. Combined classrooms, 3 grades in 1 classroom, are unrealistic. There are too many differences emotionally and academically. The teachers claim that they respect the differences in each student but I have not found that to be true. This school wants the children to conform to what the school determines is best for the class, not what is best for the child. Think very carefully before selecting this school. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/04/08
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
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- general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
- specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
- creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
- leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
- visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
- psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
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Adult Education Classes
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English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
Average Listing Price:
(week ending Oct 1)
$386,849
-1.3%
(prior month)
Median Sales Price:
(quarter ending Sep '08)
$185,000
-1.3%
(prior quarter)
Average Price/Sqft:
(quarter ending Sep '08)
$126
3.3%
(prior quarter)
Raleigh schools — Montessori School Of Raleigh is located at 7005 Lead Mine Rd, Raleigh NC 27615. 7005 Lead Mine Rd is in the 27615 ZIP code in Raleigh, NC Montessori School Of Raleigh is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 9.
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